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Portsmouth to Chelmsford

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Five ways to Travel from Portsmouth to Chelmsford

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Cheapest
By car (190 km)
2 h 1 min
190 km.
from $10
Other
Rideshare
2 h 1 min
190 km.
from $7.23
Train
2 h 29 min
150 km.
from $120.83
Bus
5 h 13 min
150 km.
from $66.04
Train via Horsham
4 h 1 min
150 km.
from $85.04

Transport providers

Train operators

Southern

Phone:
+44 3451 27 29 20
Website:
southernrailway.com/
Train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horsham
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Horsham to Farringdon
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.11–$58.23

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Portsmouth to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71
Bus from London Victoria to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$48.10–$113.92

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Farringdon Without to Shenfield
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.86–$20.25

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsford
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32

Bus operators

TerraVision UK

Email:
Website:
terravision.eu/
Bus from London Victoria to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$21.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Chelmsford?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Chelmsford is to bus which costs $36.96 - $59.78 and takes 5h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Chelmsford?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Chelmsford is to drive which takes 2h and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Chelmsford via London Waterloo and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Chelmsford?

The distance between Portsmouth and Chelmsford is 173 km. The road distance is 191.3 km.

How do I travel from Portsmouth to Chelmsford without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs $59.78 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth to Chelmsford?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Portsmouth to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Chelmsford bus from?

Portsmouth to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Portsmouth station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Chelmsford train from?

Portsmouth to Chelmsford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Chelmsford is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs $59.78 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $59.78 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Chelmsford train arrive?

Portsmouth to Chelmsford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Chelmsford is 191 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Portsmouth to Chelmsford.

How do I get a train ticket from Portsmouth to Chelmsford?

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Where can I stay near Chelmsford?

There are 408+ hotels available in Chelmsford. Prices start at $46.01 per night.
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